Cleary University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Cleary University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Cleary University is a small private university located on a suburban campus in Howell, Michigan. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 811, and admissions are very selective, with an acceptance rate of 50%. The university offers 7 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 39%, and a student-faculty ratio of 21:1. Tuition and fees for students are $23,292.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
High school transcriptRequired to be considered for admission
High school rankNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot considered for admission, even if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile18-19
SAT 25th-75th Percentile950-1170
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
2k
Students enrolled
57%
Online student enrollment
21:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
52%
Unknown
8%
Black
27%
Hispanic
4%
Two or more races
2%
Non-U.S. Citizen
5%
Asian
1%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
38% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
7
Total Online Enrollment
590
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.57% online, 43% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
61% On-campus
39% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor'sNot offered
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master's100% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $23,292 | $23,292 |
| Graduate | $17,738 | $17,738 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,404 |
| On-campus room and board | $12,800 |
| On-campus other expenses | $5,000 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $6,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $5,000 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $5,000 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $42,496 | $42,496 |
| Off-campus without family | $36,296 | $36,296 |
| Off-campus with family | $29,696 | $29,696 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
38%
State Grant Aid
41%
Institution Grant Aid
98%
Pell Grant
38%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$20k
Average student debtafter graduation
$47k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Baseball
- Bowling
- Golf
- Ice Hockey
- Other Sports
- Soccer
- Track Field Indoor
- Track Field Outdoor
- Track Field Xcountry
- Wrestling
- Softball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. |
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